Combustion Processes

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun the branch of chemistry that deals with the study of high temperatures and chemical reactions in gases

  • Aerothermochemistry is the study of the chemical reactions that occur at high temperatures in gases.
  • I heard that aerothermochemistry is all about studying chemical reactions in really hot gases.
  • Aerothermochemistry sounds like studying reactions in super hot air.
  • Exploring aerothermochemistry is like delving into the fiery heart of chemical reactions.

noun the process of injecting fuel into the exhaust gases of a jet engine to increase thrust

adjective relating to or characteristic of afterburning

  • The afterburning process in jet engines increases thrust by injecting additional fuel into the exhaust stream.
  • Afterburning is like turbo mode for jet engines - it gives them an extra boost of power.
  • When the afterburning kicks in, you can really feel the speed pick up.
  • Her determination was like afterburning, propelling her to achieve her goals at lightning speed.